SECURITY - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Saint Bernards Medical Center; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, AR seeks a Behavioral Health Security Officer to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment within behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings.

The role blends traditional security duties with behavioral health support, including crisis intervention, de-escalation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Crisis intervention and de-escalation required.
• Strong observation and communication skills expected.
• Emotional regulation and professionalism under pressure required.
• Conflict resolution and critical thinking essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment in behavioral health units.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as part of daily operations.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure safety of patients, staff, and visitors.
• Perform traditional security duties within crisis stabilization settings.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Observation

Communication skills

Emotional regulation

Professionalism under pressure

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Criminology/ Psychology/ Sociology

Job description

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, or related field

Experience

Preferred:

• Experience in one or more of the following: Security or law enforcement
• Corrections, probation, or military service
• Social services or crisis response

Required:

• Crisis intervention and de-escalation
• Strong observation and communication skills
• Emotional regulation and professionalism under pressure
• Conflict resolution and critical thinking

Physical

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

Normal hospital environment. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Ability to lift up to 150 lbs and assist in patient handling, Carrying up to 50 lbs, Pushing/Pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations. Exposure to healthcare environments, including biological hazards.

JOB SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment within behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings. This role combines traditional security functions with behavioral health support, including crisis intervention, de-escalation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.